Ramalenka - Krushna Prasad, Puri
Ramalenka is a village situated in the Krushna Prasad tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Krushna Prasad and around 93 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Ramalenka village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ramalenka is 410237. The village covers a total geographical area of 280 hectares and falls under the 752032 pincode. Brahmapur is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Ramalenka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bramhagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ramalenka
According to the 2011 Census, Ramalenka village had a total population of 874 people, including 457 males and 417 females, living in 198 households. The sex ratio was 912 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.21%, with male literacy at 84.25% and female literacy at 59.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 31.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 874 | 457 | 417 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 57 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 17 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 556 | 337 | 219 |
| Illiterate Population | 318 | 120 | 198 |
Nearby Villages of Ramalenka
Ramalenka is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Ramalenka
Ramalenka is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Brahmapur to Ramalenka is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Ramalenka is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ramalenka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ramalenka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ramalenka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ramalenka village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ramalenka
Where is Ramalenka located?
Ramalenka village is located in Krushna Prasad Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ramalenka?
Ramalenka is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ramalenka?
The pincode of Ramalenka is 752032.
What is the population of Ramalenka?
Ramalenka had a total population of 874, including 457 males and 417 females.
How many households are there in Ramalenka?
Ramalenka had 198 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ramalenka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ramalenka was 72.21%. Male literacy was 84.25% and female literacy was 59.19%.